Emerging and Established
Lodi, July 1-August 30
An unlikely pairing of local artists will be on display at the Knowlton Gallery this summer, when the work of veteran ceramicist Joe Mariscal is shown side by side with up-and-coming painter Ben Miller in “Emerging and Established.” Mariscal’s current ceramics series reflects its Pre-Columbian-style influence, and provides a comfortable comparison to the oil and acrylic paintings of Miller, whose cityscapes and night scenes reflect the charm of vintage California. Be sure to check out the Opening Reception with the artists from 6-9:30 p.m., Friday, July 11, where the gallery will also pour wines from Acampo’s River Bluff Cellars. Free.
Knowlton Gallery, 115 S. School St., Lodi, (209)368-5123, www.knowltongallery.com
Taste of the Delta
Lodi, July 12
Come enjoy the finest wines and foods the Delta region has to offer at the seventh annual Taste of the Delta. With food from some of the best restaurants in the county, and wines from fifteen local vineyards, like Aiken Estates, Bogle Winery, Ironstone Winery, and California Cellars, to name a few, you are guaranteed to find something that suits all tastes. Located at the spacious KOA Tower Park Resort, enjoy local arts and crafts, live music, wine and food tasting, and door prizes, participate in live and silent auctions, or just relax in front of the water. 1-4 p.m. $25 advance tickets, $30 at the door.
KOA Tower Park Resort, Tower Park Marina, 14900 W. Hwy. 12, Lodi, (916) 777-4041, www.tasteofthedelta.com
Live! At Lincoln Center
Stockton, July 18
Old souls and the young at heart won’t want to miss Live! At Lincoln Center: It’s a Swing Thing, anight filled with live music of the big band era, swing dancers, great food, and fun. A free shuttle will take you from Lincoln High School to the center from 5-10 p.m., where performers like Hale Baskin, the Rev Tones, and Stockton Symphony trio, The Butterflies, will be highlighting a night marked with shopping spree giveaways and other fun contests. With over twelve award-winning restaurants and almost one hundred shops, Lincoln Center provides you with everything needed for a comfortable evening on the town. 6-9 p.m. Free.
Lincoln Center, Benjamin Holt and Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 477-4868, www.lincolncentershops.com
Fireworks Night at the Stockton Ports Game
Stockton, August 8
What better way to kick off those warm August nights than with America’s favorite pastime and some top-notch fireworks? Following a match-up between Stockton’s Ports and the Visalia Oaks, Jackson Rancheria Casino and Hotel will be sponsoring a post-game fireworks display sure to leave spectators in awe. The fireworks show, which has become a much anticipated post-Ports game event, will begin almost immediately after the game. Game starts at 7 p.m. Tickets $5-$15. Banner Island Ballpark, 404 W. Fremont St., Stockton, (209) 644-1900, www.stocktonports.com
Steve Miller Band and Joe Cocker
Murphys, August 17
Ironstone Vineyards once again offers some of the best performers and entertainers of the past fifty years in their summer concert series. Be sure to catch rock legend Steve Miller; he will be ending his summer tour in our very own backyard with Joe Cocker, whose distinctive, soulful style is wonderfully matched with the Miller’s blues-style infusion. Make a day of it, and visit the winery before the concert starts, taking advantage of the on-site tasting room or the Heritage Museum and Jewelry Shoppe, which contains the spectacular Crystalline Gold Leaf Specimen, one of the rarest gold formations in the world. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $45-$230.
Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Rd., Murphys, (209) 728-1251, www.ironstonevineyards.com
Fusion Friday
Lodi, July 11
Fusion Fridays at Borra Vineyards are the ideal night for fun in Lodi wine country. Taking place the first Friday of each month, June through September, July’s event brings a Greek-themed wine tasting with appetizers and live music, meant to transport visitors to the Greek isles. Guests will indulge in appetizers prepared by Stockton’s Yasoo Yani, while blues duo Two for Blues will be delighting attendees with their sweet strains. Attendees will receive a souvenir wine glass, compliments of Borra Vineyards. 5-7:30 p.m. $10. Borra Vineyards, 1301 E. Armstrong Rd., Lodi, (209) 368-2446, www.borrawinery.com
Bob Hope Classic Cinema Series
Stockton, July 11 and August 8
Classic cinema fans will feel right at home at the Bob Hope Theatre’s Classic Cinema Series. Pillow Talk (1959) will show on July 11, and Annie Get Your Gun (1950) will show on August 8, each concurrent with Stockton’s monthly Art Walk. Upcomming Cinema classics include Born Yesterday, Abbot and Costello Meet Frankenstein in time for Halloween, and Black Stallion. At 6:30 p.m., there will a concert prior to the show where Tom Thompson will play his organ, the Mighty Morgan. Movie starts 7 p.m. Tickets $8. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton, (209) 337-HOPE, www.bobhopetheatre.com
Summerfest
July 12
Join Woodbridge Winery for the Lodi Memorial Hospital’s annual fundraiser, Summerfest. Twenty-five restaurants will cater the tasting to compliment Woodbridge wines. A silent auction will take place, accompanied by Swing band In the Mood. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $65, available at (209) 339-7582 or www.lmhfoundation.org. Woodbridge Winery, 5950 E. Woodbridge Rd., Acampo, (209) 339-7582, www.woodbridgewines.com
Stockton Ports Fishing Tournament
Stockton, July 28
The Anchor fund, a charity whose proceeds go toward the building of youth centers and recreational clubs in the Stockton area, is putting on a fishing tournament in cooperation with the Stockton Ports. Ports fans will be able to fish in the Delta waterways alongside Ports players, turning the love of baseball into helping out a good cause for Stockton youth. Prizes will be given out for the biggest catch after the weigh-ins at the end of the day. Delta Waterfront, off Center St., Stockton, (209) 644-1900, www.stocktonports.com
Third Annual “Stuck in Lodi” Car Show
Lodi, August 2
Don’t miss this display of classic cars sponsored by the American Steel Car Club. Cars too ooh and ahh over will be lined up all along School Street in downtown Lodi. The event will also include downtown Lodi businesses in activities such as the poker walk Entertainment will consist of live music, an RC car competition,and games and prizes. Downtown Lodi restaurants will be open for hungry attendees to drop in for a bite. 9 a.m. Free. Downtown Lodi, School St. between Lodi Ave. and Pine St., Lodi, (209) 369-8052, www.downtownlodi.com
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